CVE-2026-89212
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XML External Entity (XXE) Processing Flaw in Akana API Platform

Publication date: 2026-09-11

Last updated on: 2026-09-11

Assigner: Perforce

Description
A flaw resulting in XML external entity (XXE) was found in Akana API Platform in which references were improperly restricted during XML-to-JSON processing. The issue affects Akana versions 2026.1, 2025.1.1, and all versions before 2024.1.6 (including older unsupported versions of Akana) and has been fixed as a security patch in the latest release of supported versions.

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Published
2026-09-11
Last Modified
2026-09-11
Generated
2026-09-11
AI Q&A
2026-09-11
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-89212
EUVD
EUVD-2026-76103

Affected Vendors & Products

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Vendor Product Version / Range
akana api_platform 2026.1
akana api_platform 2025.1.1
akana api_platform to 2024.1.6 (exc)

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CWE ID Description
CWE-611 The product processes an XML document that can contain XML entities with URIs that resolve to documents outside of the intended sphere of control, causing the product to embed incorrect documents into its output.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is an XML External Entity (XXE) flaw in Akana API Platform where XML references were not properly restricted during XML-to-JSON processing. This allows attackers to access sensitive data or perform unauthorized actions by exploiting improperly configured XML parsers.

Detection Guidance

Detection of CVE-2026-89212 requires checking for improper XML external entity (XXE) processing in Akana API Platform versions 2026.1, 2025.1.1, and older unsupported versions. No specific commands are provided in the context. Review Akana logs for XML parsing errors or unexpected JSON output during XML-to-JSON processing.

Impact Analysis

The impact includes potential unauthorized access to sensitive data, server-side request forgery, or denial of service attacks. Since the flaw affects XML processing, attackers could exploit it to read files, interact with internal systems, or disrupt services if the Akana API Platform is exposed to untrusted input.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to non-compliance with GDPR or HIPAA if it results in unauthorized access to personal or health data. GDPR requires protection of personal data, while HIPAA mandates safeguards for protected health information. A breach could lead to legal penalties or loss of certification.

Mitigation Strategies

Update Akana API Platform to the latest supported version where the security patch has been applied. Specifically, upgrade to versions 2026.1, 2025.1.1, or 2024.1.6 and later if using older versions.

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